Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

A self-navigated trail event in Edale with four distances across steep, muddy and rocky terrain; GPX maps and staffed checkpoints are provided, and some kit is mandatory.

A clockwise ultra on the Community Forest Path near Bristol offering 45 miles and 30 miles routes with four checkpoints, mandatory kit requirements and tracking from 2026. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and a technical T shirt.

Take on the Gateshead Trail 10 km through Derwent Walk Country Park on 22 Aug 2026. Enjoy mostly gentle trails and a social double loop. Finish in a lively village with food, music and coffee and grab a designer medal bottle opener.

An inflatable 5K obstacle course in Newcastle, Northumberland on Saturday 22 August 2026, with recent booking activity and an attendee reporting friendly staff and enjoyable obstacles.

Trail half marathon and 10k at Carsington Water on 22 August 2026 with marked, undulating routes, marshals and an event village offering food, drink and partner goodies; discounted event t-shirts and volunteer roles are available.

A 19.5 km fell race from sheep pens above Hartsop with 1370 m of ascent, five checkpoints and varied navigation choices across High Raise, Haweswater and Gray Crag. Entries open November 2025; minimum age 18.

A challenging fell race in Northumberland's beautiful countryside. The 5.8km route features 300m of climb and is part of the regional championship. Entry is available on the day.

Cross the scenic Ochil Hills in this 33 km point to point race from Glen Devon to Stirling University. Navigate through thirteen checkpoints and 1770 meters of ascent in a true test of mountain running and orientation.

Trail races on the flat Leeds/Liverpool Canal towpath at Kirkstall with five distances on a lapped 6.7 mile loop. Feed stations, marshals and finish food are provided; all finishers receive a bespoke medal.

Third and final event in the 2026 Summer Series at Chorlton Water Park, featuring lap-based timed running on a 5.3 km riverside course with a seven hour limit and a finishers medal for every participant.

A 10th‑anniversary trail ultra and relay on the Loch Eck Loop near Dunoon, covering 52.22 km with 983 m ascent. The route is fully signposted with checkpoints, marshals and a finish at Dunoon Pier.

Run the Borders is a trail ultra on the Borders Abbeys Way in the Scottish Borders. Events include a roughly 109 km loop, a 50 km option and a relay for four, with waymarked trails, checkpoints and drop bag support.

A short hill race of about 3.5 miles with 700 ft of ascent held within the Glenurquhart Highland Games in Drumnadrochit. Entry fee £10, minimum age 17, with on-the-day entries listed as available until 2:30pm.

Great British Bake Run at Dare Valley Country Park pairs running with a baking competition and a cupcake magnet medal. Multiple distances and a 7 hour time challenge are offered, with aid tables, goody bags, parking and cafe facilities.

Experience a scenic trail run through Wendover Woods with distances ranging from a junior race to a half marathon. Enjoy gravel paths and views of the Chilterns with chip timing and themed medals for all finishers.

A 52 miles, 7,000 ft route across the South Downs National Park, starting and finishing at Plumpton College and visiting towns such as Lewes and Alfriston. Six checkpoints, on-route support and finisher certification are provided; it is a q..

A short fell race in Burnsall with a steep 274 m climb over 2.4 km. Entry on the day is available for £6 and junior races run alongside village sports.

Gecko Gathering at Scorrier House in Redruth offers timed runs from 2.5 km to a half marathon plus a five hour Scorriergeddon endurance event, with personalised bibs, medals, food vendors and family activities on a private estate.

Experience a scenic thirty kilometer circular fell race through ancient woodland and Roman roads. This chipped and sign posted event is open to runners and walkers looking to explore the Midshires Way.

Richmond Park stages combined Half and Full Marathon on Sunday 23 August 2026. The looped park course starts at Sheen Gate, follows the Tamsin Trail through several gates and woodland areas, and includes aid stations and refreshments.